What does the Bible say about depression?

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• Psalms 34:17-18

  [17] The righteous cry, and Yahweh hears, And delivers them out of all their troubles. [18] Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, And saves those who have a crushed spirit.

• 2 Corinthians 7:6

  Nevertheless, he who comforts the lowly, God, comforted us by the coming of Titus;

• Isaiah 41:10

  Don't you be afraid, for I am with you; don't be dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you; yes, I will help you; yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.

• 1 Peter 5:7

  casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.

• Matthew 11:28

  "Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest.

• Jeremiah 29:11

  For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope in your latter end.

• Proverbs 3:5-6

  [5] Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, And don't lean on your own understanding. [6] In all your ways acknowledge him, And he will direct your paths.

• Psalms 143:7-8

  [7] Hurry to answer me, Yahweh. My spirit fails. Don't hide your face from me, So that I don't become like those who go down into the pit. [8] Cause me to hear your loving kindness in the morning, For I trust in you. Cause me to know the way in which I should walk, For I lift up my soul to you.

• Philippians 4:6-7

  [6] In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. [7] And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.

• Psalms 30:5

  For his anger is but for a moment; His favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may stay for the night, But joy comes in the morning.

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